NDLEA RAIDS DRUG HOTSPOTS, ARRESTS 19 SUSPECTS IN KANO

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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended 19 suspects and seized various illicit drugs during a recent operation in Kano State.

The raid targeted the notorious Dorayi area, along with Gwammanja, Zango, and Jaen—all located within the Kano metropolitan axis.

Confirming the development in a statement made available to HOTJIST on Thursday, the Public Relations Officer of the NDLEA’s Kano Strategic Command, Sadiq Maigatari, said the suspects were taken into custody during the coordinated operation.

“The NDLEA Kano Strategic Command, in its critical step in the fight against drug abuse and its associated crimes, has arrested 19 suspects and recovered a variety of illicit substances.

“This operation underscores the Command’s commitment, under the leadership of CN A.I. Ahmad, to not only eradicating drug trafficking but also enhancing public safety by addressing the root causes of crime,” he said.

He said the seizure of the illicit substances and the apprehension of those involved highlighted the agency’s determination to create a safer environment for all citizens.

The statement reads, ” Drug abuse is a primary enabler of many criminal activities, often serving as the catalyst for violence and disorder in our communities.

According to him,” The NDLEA’s recent operation focused on dismantling drug joints where individuals gather to abuse substances before engaging in mindless thuggery and other unlawful activities.’

“By targeting these hotspots, the agency aims to disrupt the cycle of drug abuse and violence that plagues our neighborhoods,” he said

Maigatari urged members of the public to continue o support the command by providing vital intelligence and reporting any suspicious activities for necessary actions.

“Together, we can strengthen our fight against drug abuse and trafficking, fostering a safer environment for everyone,” the statement added.